Lexie’s P.O.V I quickly catch myself before I start spiraling emotionally and mentally. I closed my eyes as I think back carefully to my session with my therapist where she advised me to strive to embrace myself being in the moment. To forget about the past and the future for a little while and enjoy the present. I opened my eyes slowly to see my loved ones around the table, looking at me with curiousness and anticipation. But above all, love and compassion. At that moment, I knew exactly what to say. “Despite everything that has happened in the past year, I’m grateful for where I am right now. I’m surrounded by my loved ones who I love with my whole heart. I have a wonderful niece and goddaughter, who has filled my heart with love that I fear it may explode. I’m also thankful t

